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Energy Efficient Windows

Our energy efficient windows use PPG Solarban 60 and PPG Solarban 70 Low-E Glass.

• Keeps home cool in summer.
• Keeps home warm in winter.
• Blocks damaging UV energy and other contributers to fading.
• Transmits more light than standard glass.

Installation For Replacement Windows

1. Place the head expander on the window.
2. Install sill angle behind the blind stop.
3. Set window into opening and check for proper fit, then remove window.
4. Caulk inside of blind stops (head & jambs); also caulk where the sill meets stool.
5. Place window in opening and set firmly against blind stops.
6. While holding window tightly against blind stops, install installation screw in pre-drilled holes at the top of each jamb.
7. Don't tighten if, at this time, you can fill the cavity between the window and wood with insulation.
8. Plumb and level the window. Raise the lower sash several inches and check that there is equal space between the sash and sill all the way across. Shim where necessary.
9. Make sure that there is equal space on both sides, be careful not to bow out jamb.
10. Install two lower screws.
11. Check unit for proper operation (up & down, tilt-in, lock, and screen movement): adjustments may be made by turning installation screws.
12. Once a unit operates properly, all screws should be drawn up.
13. Raise head expander up, screw into place.
14. Caulk inside of window, top and sides where window meets wood.
15. Replace all interior trim.

Installation For Replacement Windows

Note: for proper installation and operation, All Seasons recommends a minimum of a 4-inch nominal wall thickness.

Opening:
The opening should be plum, level and square and ½ inch larger than the window in height and weight. This does not include the nailing fin. Keep the window in the “locking position” during installation to prevent sash movement.

Apply 1/2 inch of quality grade silicon caulking to the interior side of the nailing fin, sealing the fin to the house exterior wrap.

Setting the window
Make sure the window sill is supported with a straight and level position shims all around the bottom sill. Adjust shims to be equal on both sides. Hammer one upper corner to keep window in place. This allows you to check the shims and level the window properly. Shims should be smug along the entire window and window should be completely leveled. When completed and done properly all meeting rail should align and latches should lock smoothly.

Finally, using one inch stainless steel nails secure the entire window. Using all of the slotted holes on the nailing fin. Used appropriate self-adhesive flashing all around the unit. Begin with the head and continue all around making sure flashing overlap each other. Install batt insulation between the window and opening. Careful not to overstuff or use other material such as expanding form for this may cause the window to warp.